Pronunciation

/dɪˈvaɪz/

Definitions

Noun

A device or contraption designed for a specific purpose or function. Can also refer to a plan or method devised to achieve a particular goal.

Verb

1. To create, invent, or plan something with care and ingenuity.
2. To determine or figure out a solution or strategy for a problem.

Phrases

• “Devise a solution”
• “Come up with a new devise”
• “To devise a plan”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The engineer devised a sleek and efficient new design for the car engine.”
• Verb: “After several failed attempts, they devised a clever method to fix the leak.”
• Verb: “She devised a system to organize her workspace more efficiently.”

Synonyms

• Invent
• Concoct
• Create
• Formulate
• Develop
• Plan
• Design

Antonyms

• Destroy
• Abandon
• Discard
• Neglect (in the context of planning or devising)

Related Words

• Contraption
• Instrument
• Strategy
• Technique
• Methodology